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Does the thought of interviewing for a new job send shivers down
your spine? It doesn't have to! Whether you're searching for your
first job, changing careers, or looking for advancement in your
current line of work, Job Interviews For Dummies shows you
how to use your skills and experiences to your advantage and land
that job.

Following a half-decade characterized by an explosion of
economic crises, global expansion, and technological innovation in
the job market, today's job seekers vie for employment in a tough
era of new realities where few have gone before. In addition to
covering how to prepare for an interview, this updated edition
explores the new realities of the job market with scenarios that
you can expect to encounter, an updated sample question and answer
section, coverage of how you can harness social media in your job
search, information on preparing for a Web-based interview, and the
best ways to keep your credibility when applying for several jobs
at once.

Out-prepare the competition

Overcome your fear of interviewing

Ask smart questions about the job and the employer

Give the best answers to make-or-break questions

Fit your qualifications to the job's requirements

Dress like an insider

Survive personality tests

Interview across cultures

Evaluate a job offer

Negotiate a better salary

Whether you're fresh from the classroom, a prime-timer over 50,
or somewhere in between, Job Interviews For Dummies quickly
gets you up to speed on the skills and tools you need to land the
job you want.